Kurdish/Iraqi Abdulwahab sold the shop after the incident and now works at a grocery shop in Fratton.

Magistrates ordered a three-month community order on the defendant where he has to remain at his address between 7pm and 7am until June 12.

He also has to pay an £85 surcharge on top of the costs.

Councillor Dave Ashmore, cabinet member for environment and community safety said: ‘We’re working hard to minimise the access to illicit products in the city and I hope this prosecution sends a signal to other traders that selling illicit tobacco is serious and may result in prosecution.

‘It's vitally important that consumers of tobacco products know the content of the products they’re purchasing and don’t buy it if they are unsure.’

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